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The storm out of nowhere   |   Ep132
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The storm out of nowhere | Ep132

Go to for an extra 4 months Surfshark.. We always knew the 600nm passage from Panama to the Cayman Islands would be challenging but we didn't expect to get quite so beaten up! It's been a particularly bad year we are told. Endless rain squalls, bad weather over the States putting a lot of...
Sailing winter paradise : At a price!   |  Ep131
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Sailing winter paradise : At a price! | Ep131

Go to for an extra 4 months of Surfshark at an unbeatable price! Panama is an amazing place to sail. The San Blas and the area around Bocas del Toro are excellent cruising areas and have a good live-aboard community. It's one of those places that people come for a week and stay for years. And...
Our year in 60 seconds #sailing
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Our year in 60 seconds #sailing

Sailing from Europe to Africa and Crossing the Atlantic to the Caribbean and Central America we sailed over 7,000 in 2024 and visited 16 countries. We survived hurricane Beryl and made many new friends. Thanks to everyone who watched our episodes last year, we had over 2.5 million views but only 10...
Jeopardy on the high seas! |  Ep130
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Jeopardy on the high seas! | Ep130

We reluctantly leave the beautiful San Blas Islands heading West. Past the Panama canal this time, we're not going though just yet, then on to some really surprising anchorages. Coming into the first one in Linton we see some very strange futuristic, solar powered, constructions out to sea so h...
What could cruisers possibly want for Christmas?
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What could cruisers possibly want for Christmas?

We sometimes put out these videos showing good gear that we've found for the boat. This time we've got a great collection of things that could make a great Xmas gift for the boat loving person in your life (or just you)! But it's not just about the products. We're trying to share...
Heading South for the winter – next stop San Blas   |   Ep129
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Heading South for the winter – next stop San Blas | Ep129

Sailing in the far Western Caribbean is a bit hit and miss. The trade winds cannot be relied upon out here. The weather can be squally, idyllic and becalmed all in the same day. Even all in the same hour! It's interesting sailing and made all the more special by the wildlife. We had a Bay Ches...
Starlink Mini on a boat
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Starlink Mini on a boat

We've had a Gen 2 Starlink for over a year now, the hardware has been great, the ever changing contract less so! We are now testing a Starlink Mini which only draws half the power of the standard unit, which is great on a boat, but sadly it's not just the straightforward plug into your 12v...
The simple mistake that could have killed us   |    Ep128
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The simple mistake that could have killed us | Ep128

Sailing West in the Caribbean is a downwind sleigh ride until you get to Colombia where things often get tricky. The Sierra Nevada mountain range blocks the Easterly trades and leave the South East corner of the Caribbean open to weather systems from central America. Add on some counter currents and...
Yacht Insurance special: Why is it so expensive.. and do you need it?
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Yacht Insurance special: Why is it so expensive.. and do you need it?

Yacht insurance is becoming increasingly difficult to find. Many insurers are leaving the pleasure yacht sector and prices seem to be going up, or restrictions becoming prohibitive, for those who are left. We are more often asked about insurance, by viewers, than anything else. And that includes whe...
Boats, Gadgets and surprise awards at Annapolis  |  Ep127
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Boats, Gadgets and surprise awards at Annapolis | Ep127

Annapolis is a feel good place and this year with perfect weather it was delightful. For us YouTube channels there's a lot going on, Patron meetings, a stint on the YT booth every day and events every night. It's actually a struggle to find time to see what's on offer at the show! Je...
Freeing a fouled anchor using the Ultra Hook
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Freeing a fouled anchor using the Ultra Hook

We previously made a video on how to get a stuck anchor free from the sea bed. Well we had lots of questions about what you do if rather than getting the anchor stuck on the sea bed you drag something up with it, usually a chain or cable. These can be fiendish to get off once hooked. Dropping the an...
Screwed by Starlink  |  Episode126
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Screwed by Starlink | Episode126

Aruba is a big holiday destination, mainly for Americans, and has all the trappings of a resort. It also has some nice quiet anchorages though and some good diving. We've had a nice couple of weeks exploring and have now docked Fair Isle safely at Renaissance Marina so we can fly up to Annapoli...
ePropulsion eLite Review  |  which is best: eLite, Spirit or Petrol outboard?
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ePropulsion eLite Review | which is best: eLite, Spirit or Petrol outboard?

We have been using an electric outboard full time as live-aboards for the last 5 years. First, we had an Aquamot outboard which ended up not being reliable but then we found ePropulsion and switched to their Spirit model when we were in Venice. We never looked back! Having an electric outboard sui...
Sailing into the sunset:  it’s all about the power  |  Ep125
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Sailing into the sunset: it’s all about the power | Ep125

Curaçao's main anchorage, Spanish water, is a place where many people get stuck. In a good way. It's safe in all weathers and that's pretty much 100% sunshine and 20 knots of wind from the East. We've enjoyed the large sailing community here, but we've stayed in one place lo...
Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 2 (part 4)
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Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 2 (part 4)

Venice is the greatest city we've been to in the world. I don't think we thought that before we sailed there although we had been many times over the years and enjoyed it. Nothing compares with sailing into Venice lagoon on your own boat. The only problem with it is once you've anchor...
Hanging out in hurricane season  |  Ep124
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Hanging out in hurricane season | Ep124

Before we came to the Caribbean I worried that without the winters in the Med to catch up with boat jobs I wouldn't keep up. As it turns out hurricane season seems to give you lots of time stooging around to fiddle with things but with some major challenges! There's a big cruising communit...
Caribbean v Mediterranean, which is best for cruising?  | Ep123
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Caribbean v Mediterranean, which is best for cruising? | Ep123

It's the question we've been asked more than any other since crossing the Atlantic last year, Med or Caribbean? This is a deep dive into it and we've surprised ourselves with the findings so we will be very interested in what you guys think. ------------------------------------------...
Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 3 (part1)
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Fair Isle Mega Compilation Season 3 (part1)

This weeks movie length look back at previous season was as we were sailing out of Venice and across the Adriatic to Croatia. It was a wrench, Venice is just so lovely, but the shock is softened somewhat by the beauty of Croatia. We are not so keen on the rip off mentality that seemed to be going on...
Action cam test  –  The good, the bad and the completely useless
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Action cam test – The good, the bad and the completely useless

This is a real life look at all the good and bad points of using action cams. We use them extensively in the sailing films we make for YouTube and I've been using them professionally for years alongside high end broadcast cameras. In this video I look at the cameras I'm currently using; Go...
Visiting the most Dutch place outside Holland   |   Ep122
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Visiting the most Dutch place outside Holland | Ep122

Caracou is a surprising island with one of the best anchorage areas in the Caribbean, a great place to escape from the hurricane belt. 👟 Embrace your daily life adventure with Vessi! Visit for an automatic 15% off your first purchase at checkout! --------------------------------------------------...
Fair Isle Mega Compilation  |  Season 2 (part 3)
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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 2 (part 3)

Here's the latest in our catch up series or "Fair Isle the Movie!" with all the best bits from previous seasons. In this one we are sailing around Italy and into the Adriatic, which can be treacherous. The Adriatic does not get the infamous Meltemi winds found in the Aegean, but it do...
Bonaire- The best coral reef in the Caribbean?  |   Ep121
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Bonaire- The best coral reef in the Caribbean? | Ep121

Join Sailing Fair Isle as they explore the stunning coral reefs of Bonaire, consistently ranked as the best in the Caribbean for snorkeling and scuba diving. Experience the crystal-clear turquoise waters and diverse marine ecosystem that make Bonaire a paradise for underwater enthusiasts.
Fair Isle Mega Compilation |   Season 2 (part 2)
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Fair Isle Mega Compilation | Season 2 (part 2)

As Covid restrictions subsided we made our way East through the Mediterranean. From our position on the Costa Blanca, Spain it's an easy passage across the the Balearics. This is the heart of central Med sailing and home to many charter companies and you can see why. Ibiza, Mallorca and Menorc...
Carnage in the Mangroves UPDATE  |  Ep120
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Carnage in the Mangroves UPDATE | Ep120

Thank you to everyone who watched and commented on our last video. There's been lots of support for the brave people who told us their stories. This update is what happened next. We follow the some of the sailors we featured in that episode down to Grenada where they have come to try and p...
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